I know it is hard to let go of a relationship built in therapy, but they have to say no to further contact to protect you and themselves. I've had to let go of a couple of relationships with therapists that I would have like to stay in contact with but it just wasn't ethical. They knew too much to just be casual friends. I understand that now but it sure was hard at the time.

I hope you get past feeling rejected and your mood lightens back up soon. It will get easier with time.

I read on PC that some people text and email their therapists but mine doesn't do that. I would like that kind of relationship but understand the potential negative effects it could have. Like they don't answer back or not soon enough, etc. I'm glad my therapist has good boundaries, since i'm known for not having very good ones. It keeps me in check.